Chocolate Pound Cake with Chocolate Glaze
Indulge in pure chocolate bliss with this rich and decadent Chocolate Pound Cake with Chocolate Glaze! Perfect for any occasion, this dessert features a velvety, moist pound cake infused with deep cocoa flavor, thanks to premium unsweetened cocoa powder. The addition of vanilla and whole milk ensures a tender crumb, while the chocolate glaze—a luscious combination of melted semi-sweet chocolate and warm heavy cream—takes this treat to the next level. Ideal for chocolate lovers, this easy-to-follow recipe is made in just one loaf pan and requires simple pantry staples. Whether served as a show-stopping dessert or a luxurious afternoon snack, this decadent chocolate pound cake will satisfy even the most intense chocolate cravings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (softened) unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan and set it aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar using a hand or stand mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and place it on a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cake is cooling, prepare the chocolate glaze by placing the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl.
Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Do not boil. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and let it sit for 2-3 minutes.
Whisk the chocolate and cream together until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
Once the cake is completely cooled, pour the chocolate glaze over the top, letting it drip down the sides. Allow the glaze to set for about 20 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4966 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 224.0 g | 287% | |
| Saturated Fat | 126.4 g | 632% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1127 mg | 376% | |
| Sodium | 1425 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 760.2 g | 276% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 59.9 g | 214% | |
| Total Sugars | 500.4 g | ||
| Protein | 85.6 g | 171% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.3 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 459 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 36.9 mg | 205% | |
| Potassium | 2536 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
